English

What is this major?The love of words and joy in the creative use of language form the basis of literary study. That study emphasizes the rich heritage and diversity of American and British literature and includes works from other cultures. The Department teaches a disciplined approach to reading this literature and writing about it, from a wide range of critical perspectives.

Who employs graduates from this major?Magazines and newspapers, book publishers, schools, colleges/universities, public relation firms, telecommunications organizations, radio stations, consulting firms, business and industry, non-profit organizations, libraries

What is special about this major at Hartwick?

Student-designed concentrations in literature or creative writing

Extensive variety of courses

Opportunities to work with faculty as researchers or editorial assistants on scholarly projects

Major Connections ContactsPlease contact the Department Chair by e-mail to ask for the names of a few upper-level students you can contact.

Why contact upper-level students? These students can be a good resource to learn what a major is like, what careers are typical, what the professors are like, or even to learn what helped them to decide on this major.